NJ towns canceling St. Patrick's Day parades for 2021
St. Patrick's Day parades are the latest big events to fall victim to the coronavirus pandemic and Gov. Phil Murphy's executive orders limiting large gatherings.
Belmar
Belmar cancels its St. Patrick's Day Parade
Parade chairman Chip Cavanaugh said the borough council made the decision without talking to him ahead of time.
Belmar's St. Patrick's Day Parade should not have been canceled
There's still time to call it off later if need be.
Cab driver who vanished in September found dead in Belmar lake
Wayne Kovacs was last seen on September 23 and reported missing on October 7, according to police.
At Belmar beach, 8-year-old pulled from 8-foot sand hole collapse
Police said lifeguards and other first responders dug to get the boy out Saturday afternoon.
Belmar, Manasquan both limit access to beach due to crowding
Masks are required outside when social distancing isn't possible.
NJ residents not thrilled to mask up, but think the new rule is necessary
Gov. Phil Murphy on Wednesday ordered that people wear face coverings while in outdoor public areas and social distancing isn't possible.
Local officials worried as crowds flock to the Jersey Shore
As coronavirus-related restrictions are eased and temperatures climb, people are flocking back to the Jersey Shore.
Jersey Shore bars stress social distancing, masks ahead of July 4
After outdoor crowds on social media, Donovan's Reef and D'Jais are urging folks to follow the rules to avoid a COVID-19 spike.
A mixed bag of behavior at New Jersey parks and beaches
Overcrowding and disrespect of law enforcement Saturday closed a North Jersey park, while crowds at a few Jersey Shore spots appeared to get the message to spread out.